Grisanti Stands in the Balance

Concerned citizens across Western New York are urging Senator Mark Grizanti who won a razor thin victory over Antoine Thompson in a district that has five Democrats for every one Republican to hold his ground and committment to vote against Same Sex Marriage in NY which resulted in support and backing by key conservatives including evangelical leaders in the last election for the 60th State Senate District—Buffalo to Niagara Falls. Leaders like Pastor William Gillison who Channel 2 News interviewed regarding the vote that will likely affect NY for years to come, when asked by 2 News' Scott Brown-"When you heard that Senator Grisanti was considering changing his position, were you surprised, disappointed?" Gillison who pastors Mount Olive Baptist Church on East Delevan stated, "Surprised and disappointed, and I think that's the position you're going to get from many persons who are in total shock right now."

People: Marinette Kozlow

Love the design of the Buffalo Princess shirts, what inspired you to start creating them? I had a childhood friend who moved to Florida years ago with her family. We stayed in contact ever since. She has a deep love and such fond memories of our city. A few years ago, she had a baby girl and I thought I'd send her baby clothing featuring Buffalo. I was disappointed at my lack of options. Most, if not all, of the Buffalo art was masculine. Last fall, I started designing greeting cards in a feminine, juvenile style. A local store owner suggested I make a Buffalo in that same style. It all clicked. I immediately jumped on it and Buffalo Princess (and Prince) was born. READ MORE...

Pegula Time

The Buffalo Sabres introduced Terry Pegula as the team’s new owner during a press conference at HSBC Arena on February 22, that was attended by current and former Sabres players. Pegula is the fourth owner in franchise history, taking over from B. Thomas Golisano who owned the team from 2003-2011. The Sabres also announced that Ted Black has been named the team’s new President and Alternate Governor, and Ken Sawyer will serve as the team’s Senior Advisor. READ MORE...

Jim and Jill Kelly's Grace Story

Jim and Jill Kelly are perhaps two of the most recognizable faces in Western New York. From the glory days with the Bills, to the hall of fame speeches, to their community activism with Hunter’s Hope and other charitable events, to the coveted autograph sessions with Jim, READ  MORE...

Library Lectures

Julie Barrett O'Neill, Executive Director or Buffalo Niagara Riverkeeper, is the next speaker in the "Imagining Buffalo in the 21st Century" lunchtime series at the downtown Library on Tuesday, January 11 at 12:10 p.m. Free and open to the public -- bring your lunch and your questions about Buffalo Niagara's water resources.